#074 - Clare Cannon: Environmental Justice, Community Science, and Public Health Disparities

03/08/25 • 62 min

In this episode, Professor Clare Cannon explores the complex intersections of environmental justice, climate change, and public health. From her work with marginalized communities in Kettleman City to advocating for multi-species justice, Clare shares insights on building trust, empowering communities, and addressing systemic inequalities. Discover how participatory research, data-driven solutions, and thoughtful collaboration can drive meaningful change.

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#073 - Olaf Groth: AI, Globalization 2.0, and Strategic Leadership

Olaf Groth is a Professor of Global Strategy, Innovation, and Economics at UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business and the founder of Cambrian Futures. In this episode, we dive into the evolving landscape of AI and its impact on global strategy, economic power, and geopolitical competition. Professor Groth unpacks the shift from globalization 1.0 to a fragmented world of competing economic blocs and explores how emerging technologies—AI, digital infrastructure, and supply chain intelligence—are reshaping industries and national policies. We also discuss his FLIP IT framework for navigating uncertainty, the role of design activist leaders, and how students can prepare for a rapidly changing global economy.

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#075 - Amanda Crump: Small Farms, Big Impact—Lessons from Global Development Fieldwork

Why do some development projects succeed while others fall short? UC Davis professor Amanda Crump shares insights from her work in over 37 countries, revealing how misguided innovations, flawed policies, and overlooked local voices impact progress. From improving post-harvest storage in Tanzania to introducing cookstove technology in Sierra Leone, Amanda explores what it really takes to create lasting change in agriculture and global development.

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